Free Will
res•o•lute adj. firm or determined; unwavering.
- 62. There are three factors that determine who we are: Genetics, Environment, and Will [the Third Factor]. It is a comforting fact that although we cannot change our heredity, we can alter our situation. In order to change our situation, we must sometimes first change our character. Recognition is the key element of the process to redefine your life as you want it. It is an ongoing process which can only be fueled by a resolute will. To take control of your life, get out of denial and stop blaming everyone and everything else. It's your destiny, your free will puts you in control, and you are responsible and accountable.
- 63. There are two worlds - the one we are given and the one we make.
- 64. The will to change. How do we develop the positive character and the will to achieve our common goals? This is where we encounter some subtle difficulties. Some of us do not want to change our character. We like our faults. We find comfort in our old familiar habits. The same is true for organizations. We often do not feel the need to grow. So, it is imperative that we first develop the will to change. If we are to make ourselves stronger, we must understand what will is.
- 65. Will. Will is the one desire that stands out so high above the others that they are harnessed in one direction [focus]. It is the way of life. Will is unified desire, and its strength and stature increase only as life finds for it new challenges and new victories [the root].
- 66. What doesn't destroy me makes me stronger. Face danger and seek responsibility, it is true that they may defeat you, but if they do not defeat you they will strengthen you and lift you nearer to greatness and your goal. Your fears will make you stronger if you have the will to overcome them. Beethoven, losing his hearing, fought his way to incomparable music; Demosthenes, who stuttered, became a perfect orator. The Advantage, lacking in resources, is now a diversified, dynamic enterprise.
- 67. What's right for you? The old wisdom is that there are two things you need to know: what are you good at, and what will make you happy. If you’re lucky, they’ll both be the same. At The Advantage, we have many diverse opportunities with different concentrations, find the right fit, and have the will and courage to make it happen.
- 68. A short guide to happiness. Bring pride into your life and you will be amazed at the transformation. You will lose weight and get in shape. You’ll stop smoking and drinking. You’ll stop stealing. You’ll stop hanging your head. You will be renewed. You will walk tall and have confidence. You’ll never shortchange yourself, and you will stop taking shortcuts. You’ll look in the mirror and feel good about what you see. You will be nicer to people, your fear will be replaced with friendliness. You will find fewer reasons to lie. You'll stop cheating yourself [and others]. You will be admired. You will be happy. Sounds unlikely? Not really, you can do it. Try it.
- 69. Immoral. I believe it is immoral to waste. Do not waste your opportunities.
- 70. Take flight. There are only two kinds of people in the business world, eagles and mosquitoes. You either soar with the eagles, or you swarm with the mosquitoes.
